Tilapia

Guide Note

Tilapia is the name to describe nearly 100 species of fish. It has become one of the most popular forms of seafood in the United States.

Tilapias are found in fresh water bodies such as rivers, lakes, and streams. Most are omnivorous, eating aquatic vegetation. Talapias are important to small fishing industries is Africa and Levant. However, tilapias have caused problems by being an invasive species to some areas.

Fast Facts

1. Mostly farmed in U.S., South America and China
2. Second most farmed fish
3. Also called St. Peter's Fish
4. Tilapia is the genus name that covers dozens of species of edible fish
5. Introduced to America in 1959
6. Also called sunshine snapper, cherry snapper, or Nile Snapper
7. Typically white meat
8. Prepared grilled, baked, fried, or broiled

• 4 skinless tilapia fillets, (6 to 8 ounces each)
• Coarse salt and ground pepper
• 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
• Lemon wedges

1. "Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place fillets on a rimmed baking sheet, flat side down; season generously with salt and pepper. Divide mayonnaise evenly over top of fillets; using a butter knife, spread, coating evenly.
2. Sprinkle fish with parsley and dill. Bake until opaque throughout, about 15 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges." - recipe from MarthaStewart.com